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sunrise

Pronunciation: [ˈsʌnraɪz]

Word

Learn how to use sunrise in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “nature”

(noun) the time in the morning when the sun appears in the sky. It’s when the day starts, and you can see the sunlight coming up.

Example

The sunrise over the ocean was absolutely beautiful today.

Example

We missed the sunrise because we woke up too late.

Example

What time does the sunrise usually happen during summer?

Context: “metaphor”

(noun) a symbol of new beginnings or hope. People often use it to describe starting fresh or having a new opportunity.

Example

After moving to a new city, she felt like it was a new sunrise in her life.

Example

He thought that his chances were gone, but there was still no sunrise for his dream.

Example

What does the sunrise represent for you in your life?

How to pronounce sunrise

Pronunciation: [ˈsʌnraɪz]

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